Updates

12 Mar 2026

Spain expands digital oversight of online hate

New monitoring system analyses public posts across platforms.

12 Mar 2026

AI and quantum computing reshape the global cybersecurity landscape

Growing connectivity expands cybersecurity risks as AI and quantum computing accelerate attacks and defence.

12 Mar 2026

EU updates voluntary code for labelling AI-generated content

A new EU draft code suggests using metadata and digital watermarking to identify AI-generated content across platforms, publishers, and generative AI systems in Europe.

12 Mar 2026

Meta rolls out supervised WhatsApp accounts for younger users

Parents can monitor contacts and group activity through new WhatsApp account controls.

12 Mar 2026

EU lawmakers call for stronger copyright safeguards in AI training

A debate grows within the EU over transparency and accountability in generative AI development.

12 Mar 2026

MIT scientists develop AI system to improve robot planning

The method could help robots operate better in changing environments, with the system supporting autonomous driving and collaborative robotic assembly.

12 Mar 2026

UNESCO and African network advance AI in justice

AI-assisted tools improve efficiency in courts but raise ethical concerns, prompting regional dialogue among African judges.

12 Mar 2026

Dutch firms rank among EU leaders in sustainable ICT

About a quarter of companies in the Netherlands use technology to reduce material waste.

12 Mar 2026

Lawmakers urged to rethink rules on private messaging

Researchers say current regulations often overlook hybrid messaging platforms.

12 Mar 2026

Writers publish protest book to challenge AI use of copyrighted works

AI copyright controversy grows as writers unite in symbolic publishing protest.